11 Makeup Mistakes You Don't Realize You're Making

How do we know? Because we were making them too -- until we got this advice

Mistake No. 1: Wearing the wrong foundation shade "Foundation isn't supposed to give your skin a bit of a tan," Patel says. After all, that's what bronzers are for. Instead, "it's supposed to create a perfect, smooth complexion and cover-up any imperfections. This is why you should always use a foundation which blends in with your skin." Patel recommends testing on your jawline (not your hand!) before buying, and when possible, ask for a sample first. That way you can try it at home -- and look at your skin in various lighting situations -- to make sure the shade you choose looks natural.

We confess: "Being naturally light-skinned, I'm always trying to look more tanned," says assistant editor Jane. "So sometimes I pick a foundation that's a bit darker than my skin tone, which (of course) leads to my face and neck being two totally different colors. I think it's time to embrace my natural coloring. Who wants to look like Snooki anyway, right?"

Lol, as I read this I am wearing a smoky eye consisting mainly of blue eye shadow. For my foundation, I did a light contour for my cheekbones. I pencil in my eyebrows because the are already full with only a few minor imperfections. And to top it off, I'm wearing black eyeliner! (It's daytime) However, I am complemented often on my makeup. So I agree with some of these, but others, not at all.

yes we all have different opinions.. from "make-up should be whatever you prefer" to "maybe I do use to much bronzer" but this article is for woman who are trying to achieve the most natural (I barely try at all and still look flawless look) these are clearly tips to not looking like fake barbie dolls. Now if you like your your eyes to look like Rocky got mad at them, and your eyebrows to look like you get them waxed weekly and let your daughter play artist.. by all means do your thing... Me on the other hand would love to learn how to look like im wearing absolutley NOTHING... (:

i love some of the tips but wow i disagree with #3 i love blue eyeshadow in my eyes #8 i use pencil for my eyebrows with a little bit of brown eyeshadow #9 wearing black eyeliner i love black eyeliner i can wear it all day..great article but i debate for #3 #8 #9